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UAE cultural landmarks on display at Arab Media Forum
March 21- The UAE showcased items with cultural significance at the second Arab Media Tourism Forum exhibited its cultural landmarks at the second Arab Media Tourism Forum that began in Porto Marina, Alexandria on Thursday. These landmarks include posters, brochures, pictures and information on the most important tourist destinations. Food specific to the UAE as well as Arab coffee was also featured there.
Marsa Matrouh Governor Ahmad Hussain, who visited the UAE booth, said: "I am happy to see the exquisite Emirati products, such as coffee as well as the cultural knowledge exhibited, and look forward to more cooperation between the UAE and Egypt in terms of promoting tourism for both countries," he said.
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